20 great Father's Day gift ideas for dads who run

Super proud of the running dad in your life but rarely have time to make the finish line/cheer squad? Now he can keep a little reminder with him during all of his runs, with this heartfelt personalised shoe tag. It can be moved from shoe to shoe, and will keep his spirits up and let him know you're thinking of him during every race and training run.

These glasses scream 'Dad style' and at £25, they're a really decent pair; they fit securely, the bottomless frames offer a decent range of visibility and the venting does a fine job of keeping fogging to a minimum. The lens itself is very capable in constant light, but doesn't quite compare to more premium lenses when faced with changing light conditions on varying terrain, but that's only an issue if you're constantly hitting the trails.

Irrespective of your Dad/partner's running prowess, nothing says 'Happy Father's Day' like a new pair of box fresh socks! This set of three, quarter-length socks from Danish Endurance have arch compression and cushioning for comfortable, soft, blister-free runs. And if you can prevent his feet from stinking up the house, then it's win-win all round.

For dads who love to hone in on their health and fitness metrics, you can't really do better than buying them a Whoop Strap 4.0. This wearable sensors tracks everything from your sleep to your heart rate variability, recovery and daily effort to provide a holistic overview of your current health status, and the accompanying app provides insights and advice on how ready you are to train. Sound like something Dad would love? Buy him an annual Whoop membership for £229 and the band is included as part of the membership. Plus, from 10th to 24th June, that also gets you £45 off any Whoop accessory.

A great tasting beer (especially post-run) with some eco-credentials (it's brewed using fonio, a grain that can grow anywhere without fertilizer), this session IPA from Brooklyn Brewery and Brewgooder is worth considering if the dad you're buying for likes beer (and some beer is for more inspiration).

You can never have too many mugs! But this one is extra special, because it can be personalised with the heartfelt message of your choice. Use up to 20 characters on the front and 40 on the back to let your Dad/partner know he's a running superstar, record his best running times so he can bask in the glory of his marathon PB every morning, or better yet, remind him to wash his stinky socks!

Old man partial to a morning brew? Exhale dubs itself ‘the ridiculously healthy organic coffee that’s backed by serious science’. While poor processing and over roasting can often knock out coffee's natural, fruity goodness, Exhale’s unique process locks in more of its healthiest compounds while keeping out the bad stuff. Don’t believe us? The product goes through nine different independent lab tests to confirm the beans are free from nasties, and as high in antioxidants and vitamins as possible (read more here). Everything is ethically sourced, too, down to the compostable packaging. We’d recommend the Dark(ish) blend — it’s rich, deliciously smooth and there’s absolutely no bitterness.

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What is the ultimate Father's Day gift for the runner in your life? We might be biased, but a subscription to his fave running magazine is a pretty perfect present. Plus it's the gift that keeps on giving, as it will arrive through his letterbox each month!

If your Dad/partner is an avid runner and you've already bought him enough socks to clothe an army, now is the time to give him the ultimate gift: race entry to the event of his dreams! Has he been babbling on about finally entering his first ultra, or that local 10K that clashes with lunch at the in-laws? Guarantee smiles all-round this Father's Day with a day pass to run his heart out.

If you've exhausted all of the obvious gifting ideas and you just want to let your running Dad know you're thinking of him, this cute and heartfelt runner's kit will be just the ticket, and you can send it direct to his house. The pack includes stretching ideas, peanut butter and snacks, and epsom bath salts for a relaxing soak post run. Happy days!

In our opinion, you can never have enough running vests, and this one from On is a solid option. It’s noticeably light (On says it weighs 63.5g) and made from very fine, almost silk-like fabric. It’s very comfortable, featuring completely flat, taped seams, rather than stitched. The scoop of the neck is fairly wide and the upper back is covered rather than racer cut. If you know someone with plenty of races on the horizon, this would make a good race day option for them.

Show the runner in your life you really care with the gift of in-ear, true wireless headphones! This premium pair from Beats by Dr. Dre might be at the pricier end of the earphone spectrum, but they scored consistently well in our headphone test and your Dad is worth it. The adjustable hooks fit around the ear to make sure they stay in place throughout even the sweatiest of runs, plus they have nine hours of battery life.

Whether he's an avid trail runner or a weekend rambler, your dad will be grateful for a pair of these versatile trail shorts from off-road specialists Inov-8. They are lightweight and moisture-wicking and feature a handy stabiliser smartphone pocket – ideal for summer adventures.

Some dads are just consistently tricky to buy for. So, if the running dad in your life appears underwhelmed by all of your present ideas so far, take the sensible option and give him the gift of blister-free running. It's small, inexpensive, and lets him know you're thinking about him.

Another super-cool race day memento idea, this one can be personalised with your dad/partner's details on the frame alongside his race day pics and map route, plus it comes with hooks to hang his medals!

If your partner is a new dad and misses his weekly runs but is loathe to leave you at home holding the baby, give him the gift of multitasking (and you get a break too) with this brilliant running buggy. It's an investment purchase, but as it's suitable from six months up to roughly 4-5 years, just think of all those Sunday morning lie-ins you'll get?

Is the cost of living crisis a talking point in your house right now? If your Dad/husband/brother has been grumbling about the rising price of pretty much everything of late, then the gift of free travel will be well received! Okay, so this isn't exactly a bus pass, but it is an excellent lightweight backpack that's well suited to run commuting. It comes with a chest and waist strap to keep things in place and is big enough for all the essentials, so all he has to do is run.

Got a dad who run (or bike) commutes regularly? The Alpha by Stolt is one of our all-time favourite running backpacks thanks to its bounce-free fit, ample storage and versatility for professional settings. Includes a padded laptop sleeve.

This cooling facial mist is ideal for hydrating and moisturising skin post-shower – and feels amazingly refreshening after a sweaty run-commute.

If running is big news in your house, celebrate your dad/hubby's running achievements loud and proud on the living room wall with this lovely illustrated print that can be personalised with his best times. This London Marathon version depicts Tower Bridge but you can choose from most of the major marathons around the world including Paris, San Francisco or closer to home such as the Resting heart rate.